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PRIMARY 1: HOME ECONOMICS – SECOND TERM | WEEK ELEVEN

Updated September 23, 2026Home Economics, Primary 1, Second Term

TOPIC: GENERAL REVISION OF SECOND TERM WORK

A: TEACHING AND LEARNING MATERIALS

  1. Picture cards of the hair, ears, nose and eyes.
  2. Hair-care materials such as comb, hairbrush and towel.
  3. Clean tissue paper and handkerchief.
  4. Pictures showing good personal-health habits.
  5. Picture chart showing different types and parts of a home.
  6. Picture cards of household items.
  7. Safe household objects such as books, plastic cups, plates, towels and toys.
  8. Revision flashcards.
  9. Pupils’ writing books and pencils.

B: REFERENCE MATERIALS

  1. Scheme of work.
  2. Recommended Home Economics textbook for Primary 1.
  3. Online educational resources.

C: PREVIOUS KNOWLEDGE

The pupils have learnt about the hair, ears, nose and eyes, ways of maintaining personal health, the meaning and parts of a home, household items and simple ways of caring for and arranging things in the home.

Previous lesson: Primary 1 Home Economics Second Term Week 10

D: PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  1. Recall the main topics taught during the second term.
  2. Mention materials used for caring for the hair.
  3. State simple ways of caring for the ears, nose and eyes.
  4. Mention habits that help to maintain personal health.
  5. Explain the meaning of a home.
  6. Identify different parts of the home and their uses.
  7. Identify common household items and state their uses.
  8. Match household items with their proper places.
  9. State simple ways of caring for household items.
  10. Identify simple safety rules learnt during the term.

E: CONTENT

Revision of Second Term Work

During the second term, pupils learnt about:

  1. The hair and hair-care materials.
  2. Care of the hair.
  3. The ears and nose.
  4. Care of the ears and nose.
  5. The eyes and their care.
  6. Maintaining personal health.
  7. The home.
  8. Different parts of the home.
  9. Items found in different parts of the home.
  10. Care and arrangement of household items.

Revision Chart

Area

What We Learnt

Hair

Hair-care materials and proper hair care

Ears and nose

Functions, cleaning and safety

Eyes

Function and proper eye care

Personal health

Cleanliness, food, water, exercise, rest and sleep

Home

Meaning, importance and types of homes

Parts of the home

Living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and others

Household items

Names, uses and proper places

Care of household items

Cleaning, arrangement and safe handling

Revision 1: The Hair

What Is Hair Care?

Hair care means keeping the hair and scalp clean, neat and healthy.

Hair-Care Materials

Some materials used for caring for the hair are:

  • Comb.
  • Hairbrush.
  • Shampoo.
  • Clean water.
  • Towel.
  • Basin.

Uses of Hair-Care Materials

Material

Use

Comb

Arranging and untangling the hair

Hairbrush

Brushing the hair

Shampoo

Washing the hair

Clean water

Washing and rinsing

Towel

Drying the hair

Good Hair-Care Habits

We should:

  1. Wash the hair when necessary.
  2. Keep the scalp clean.
  3. Dry the hair properly.
  4. Comb or brush the hair gently.
  5. Keep combs and brushes clean.
  6. Avoid sharing dirty hair-care materials.

Revision 2: The Ears and Nose

The Ears

We have two ears.

The ears help us to hear.

We should clean only the outer ear gently.

We should not put:

  • Cotton buds inside the ear.
  • Matchsticks.
  • Pens.
  • Pencils.
  • Fingers.
  • Sharp objects.

The Nose

We have one nose.

The nose helps us to:

  • Smell.
  • Breathe.

We should wipe the nose with a clean:

  • Tissue.
  • Handkerchief.

After blowing the nose, we should wash our hands.

Ear and Nose Revision

Body Part

Main Function

Good Care

Ears

Hearing

Clean outer ear gently

Nose

Smelling and breathing

Wipe with clean tissue or handkerchief

If an object becomes stuck in the ear or nose, pupils should tell an adult.

Revision 3: The Eyes

We have two eyes.

The main function of the eyes is seeing.

The eyes help us to:

  • Read.
  • Write.
  • See people.
  • See objects.
  • Recognise colours.
  • Move around safely.

Good Eye-Care Habits

We should:

  1. Keep dirty hands away from the eyes.
  2. Wash the face with clean water.
  3. Use a clean face towel.
  4. Avoid putting objects into the eyes.
  5. Keep sharp objects away from the face.
  6. Avoid throwing sand at people.
  7. Tell an adult if an eye becomes painful or injured.

Things We Should Not Put in the Eyes

  • Fingers.
  • Pencils.
  • Pens.
  • Sticks.
  • Soap.
  • Unknown liquids.

Revision 4: Maintaining Personal Health

Personal health means taking good care of the body so that we can stay clean, active and healthy.

Healthy Daily Habits

A pupil should:

  1. Bathe regularly.
  2. Brush the teeth.
  3. Wash the hands.
  4. Wear clean clothes.
  5. Eat healthy food.
  6. Drink clean water.
  7. Exercise and play.
  8. Rest and sleep.
  9. Sit and stand properly.
  10. Keep the environment clean.

Healthy Foods

Examples include:

  • Rice.
  • Yam.
  • Beans.
  • Fish.
  • Eggs.
  • Fruits.
  • Vegetables.

Handwashing

We should wash our hands:

  • Before eating.
  • After using the toilet.
  • After playing.
  • After touching dirty things.
  • After blowing the nose.

Rest and Exercise

The body needs both exercise and rest.

Exercise helps us stay active.

Rest and sleep help the body recover.

Revision 5: The Home

A home is a place where a person or family lives.

A home gives us a place to:

  • Live.
  • Sleep.
  • Eat.
  • Rest.
  • Keep our belongings.
  • Spend time with family members or caregivers.

Types of Homes

Some types of homes are:

  1. Bungalow.
  2. Storey building.
  3. Flat or apartment.
  4. Traditional house.

Homes may look different, but they all provide places for people to live.

Parts of the Home

Common parts of the home include:

  • Living room.
  • Bedroom.
  • Kitchen.
  • Dining area.
  • Bathroom.
  • Toilet.
  • Store.

Parts of the Home and Their Uses

Part of the Home

Main Use

Living room

Sitting and receiving visitors

Bedroom

Sleeping and resting

Kitchen

Preparing and cooking food

Dining area

Eating meals

Bathroom

Bathing

Toilet

Passing urine and faeces

Store

Keeping household supplies

Revision 6: Household Items

Household items are things used in the home.

Living-Room Items

Examples:

  • Sofa.
  • Chair.
  • Table.
  • Television.
  • Curtains.

Bedroom Items

Examples:

  • Bed.
  • Mattress.
  • Pillow.
  • Wardrobe.
  • Mirror.

Kitchen Items

Examples:

  • Pot.
  • Plate.
  • Cup.
  • Spoon.
  • Kettle.

Bathroom Items

Examples:

  • Bucket.
  • Basin.
  • Soap.
  • Sponge.
  • Towel.

Matching Items to Rooms

Item

Room

Sofa

Living room

Bed

Bedroom

Pot

Kitchen

Dining table

Dining area

Sponge

Bathroom

Toilet paper

Toilet

Revision 7: Uses of Household Items

Different household items have different uses.

Item

Use

Chair

Sitting

Bed

Sleeping

Wardrobe

Keeping clothes

Pot

Cooking

Plate

Serving food

Cup

Drinking

Towel

Drying the body

Bucket

Holding water

Television

Watching programmes

Bookshelf

Keeping books

The teacher should allow pupils to identify real safe objects where possible.

Revision 8: Care and Arrangement of Household Items

We should care for household items.

Four Simple Rules

     USE CAREFULLY

            ↓

       KEEP CLEAN

            ↓

    RETURN PROPERLY

            ↓

    REPORT IF BROKEN

Proper Arrangement

Examples:

  • Books should be kept on a bookshelf.
  • Clothes should be kept in a wardrobe.
  • Shoes should be kept on a shoe rack.
  • Toys should be kept in a toy box.
  • Plates should be kept safely in a cupboard.
  • Towels should be hung properly to dry.

Why We Arrange Household Items

Proper arrangement:

  1. Keeps the home neat.
  2. Makes things easy to find.
  3. Helps prevent accidents.
  4. Protects household items from damage.
  5. Makes the home comfortable.

Revision 9: Safety in the Home

Some things in the home are dangerous for young children.

Pupils should not play with:

  • Matches.
  • Fire.
  • Knives.
  • Hot pots.
  • Electrical sockets.
  • Medicines.
  • Bleach.
  • Cleaning chemicals.

Simple Safety Rules

  1. Stay away from fire.
  2. Do not touch electrical sockets.
  3. Do not play with knives.
  4. Walk carefully on wet floors.
  5. Put toys away after playing.
  6. Tell an adult when something breaks.
  7. Ask an adult before using unfamiliar household items.

Safe and Unsafe Actions

Safe Action

Unsafe Action

Putting toys away

Leaving toys on the walkway

Asking an adult for help

Playing with knives

Walking carefully

Running on a wet floor

Keeping chemicals alone

Playing with cleaning liquids

Reporting broken items

Playing with broken glass

Revision Activity: Where Does It Belong?

The teacher may show pupils the following items and ask where each belongs:

  1. Pillow — Bedroom
  2. Pot — Kitchen
  3. Sofa — Living room
  4. Towel — Bathroom
  5. Dining chair — Dining area
  6. Toilet paper — Toilet
  7. Clothes — Wardrobe
  8. Toys — Toy box

Revision Activity: Good Habit or Poor Habit?

The teacher reads each statement and pupils say whether it is a good habit or a poor habit.

  1. Washing the hands before eating — Good habit
  2. Putting a pencil inside the ear — Poor habit
  3. Putting toys away after playing — Good habit
  4. Rubbing the eyes with dirty hands — Poor habit
  5. Drinking clean water — Good habit
  6. Playing with a knife — Poor habit
  7. Hanging a towel to dry — Good habit
  8. Throwing rubbish on the floor — Poor habit

F: LESSON PRESENTATION

F1: Teachers’ Activities

  1. Introduces the lesson as a revision of the second-term work.
  2. Displays pictures and materials used during previous lessons.
  3. Revises the hair and materials used for hair care.
  4. Revises the functions and care of the ears, nose and eyes.
  5. Revises simple ways of maintaining personal health.
  6. Displays pictures of different types and parts of the home.
  7. Guides pupils to identify household items and their uses.
  8. Conducts a matching activity using rooms and household items.
  9. Revises simple ways of arranging household items.
  10. Uses picture cards to revise home-safety rules.
  11. Conducts the Good Habit or Poor Habit activity.
  12. Allows pupils to ask and answer simple questions.
  13. Corrects pupils where necessary.

F2: Pupils’ Activities

  1. Name topics learnt during the term.
  2. Identify hair-care materials.
  3. Mention ways of caring for the ears, nose and eyes.
  4. State healthy daily habits.
  5. Identify different parts of the home.
  6. Match household items with the correct rooms.
  7. State uses of common household items.
  8. Demonstrate proper arrangement of safe classroom objects.
  9. Identify good and poor habits.
  10. Mention dangerous items they should not play with.
  11. Take part in revision activities.
  12. Answer the teacher’s questions.

G: CONCLUSION

The teacher revises the main topics taught during the second term and gives pupils opportunities to identify objects, answer oral questions and demonstrate simple healthy and safe habits.

The teacher corrects pupils where necessary and reminds them to practise personal cleanliness, good health habits, proper care of the home and safe handling of household items every day.

H: EVALUATION GUIDE

Pupils should be able to answer the following questions:

  1. Mention four materials used for caring for the hair.
  2. What do we use our ears for?
  3. What do we use our nose for?
  4. Mention two things that should not be put inside the ear.
  5. What is the main function of the eyes?
  6. Mention three ways of caring for the eyes.
  7. Mention four healthy habits.
  8. Mention three healthy foods.
  9. What is a home?
  10. Mention four parts of a home.
  11. What is the kitchen used for?
  12. Where do we normally sleep?
  13. Mention three items found in the living room.
  14. Mention three items found in the bedroom.
  15. What is a wardrobe used for?
  16. Where should toys be kept after playing?
  17. Mention three ways of caring for household items.
  18. Mention three things a young child should not play with at home.
  19. What should you do when you see a broken household item?
  20. Complete: Use household items carefully, keep them clean and return them to their ______ place.